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Knutson Construction Staff Accountant in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Celebrated as one of Minnesota's Top Workplaces! Knutson Construction is accepting applications for a Staff Accountant to join our team!
“Together We Make Dreams Real” – that is our purpose as a company and we exist to work in concert with each other, owners, design professionals and trade partners to make the journey as stress-free as possible. Together, we've created a dynamic, fun, inspiring environment where we can be ourselves and grow each day. Knutson is deeply committed to cultivating and upholding diversity throughout our workforce, relationships, and communities. We recognize the utmost importance of continually advancing our comprehension of diversity, equity, and inclusion as transformative forces within our work, industry, and company values.
At Knutson, opportunities to shine happen daily. We value what makes you different and empower you to act on your ideas.
The Staff Accountant plays an important role in Knutson Construction's overall accounting department by processing accounts payable, preparing journal entries, ensuring data accuracy, and assisting other team members in special projects.
The key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Receive, verify, and process all incoming invoices from vendors to ensure they are routed to the correct job or department
Prepare and execute weekly vendor payments, including check runs and ACH, ensuring payments are made on time
Handle phone calls from vendors, including communication regarding payment status, account discrepancies, and any required documentation or clarifications
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies, maintaining accurate records of all accounts payable transactions
Identify and resolve old outstanding checks and file annual unclaimed property reports to the state
Review and process weekly expense reports from employees
Ensure that all accounts payable processes comply with company policies and relevant regulatory requirements
Prepare journal entries relating to cash, recurring entries, reclassing entries, and a variety of other information. Ensure entries align with generally accepted accounting principles
Reconcile accounts with the general ledger and ensure all entries are accurate and transactions are reported in accordance with accounting standards and government regulations. Make necessary changes when errors are found
Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries
Other duties as necessary or assigned.
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with a focus on attention to detail and accuracy
Strong technical skills, with proficiency in Microsoft based applications (Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Committed to upholding the highest professional work standards, confidentiality and ethics
Positive, can-do attitude; diplomacy and approachability
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
Has a full understanding of a General Ledger Chart of Accounts enough to ensure accurate and timely coding, input and report generation of A/P
Strong understanding of GAAP & accounting principles
Required Skills and Abilities:
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with a focus on attention to detail and accuracy
Strong technical skills, with proficiency in Microsoft based applications (Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Committed to upholding the highest professional work standards, confidentiality and ethics
Positive, can-do attitude; diplomacy and approachability
Minimum Education / Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
Has a full understanding of a General Ledger Chart of Accounts enough to ensure accurate and timely coding, input and report generation of A/P
Strong understanding of GAAP & accounting principles
Additional Benefits & Perks:
Competitive Pay
Performance Based Career Advancement
Medical, Dental and Vision
Health Savings Account with employer contribution
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off
Life and Long-Term Disability Benefit with no premium cost to employee
Mentorship Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Flex Fridays
401k w/Company Match
Annual Discretionary Bonus Program
Successful Annual Discretionary Profit-Sharing Program
Paid Parental Leave
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Projected Minimum Base Salary per year $50,000
Projected Maximum Base Salary per year $70,000